408-2363
Rev K
3
of 5
6. For long-tongued terminals, several crimps will be necessary. These crimps should overlap to ensure
that the entire tab end is crimped.
7. Crimp the wire barrel using the appropriate tooling (refer to Figure 2) according to the instructions
packaged with the tooling.
Figure 4
4.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.1.
Daily Maintenance
It is recommended that each operator of the tool be made aware of-and responsible for-the following steps of
daily maintenance:
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with a clean brush or a soft, lint-free cloth. DO NOT
use objects that could damage the tool.
2. Make sure the proper retaining pins are in place and secured with the proper retaining rings.
3. Make certain all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good
SAE 20 motor oil. DO NOT oil excessively.
4. When the tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in the
crimping dies. Store the tool in a clean, dry area.
4.2.
Periodic Inspection
Regular inspections should be performed by quality control personnel. A record of scheduled inspections
should remain with the tool and be supplied to personnel responsible for the tool. Though recommendations
call for at least one inspection a month, the inspection frequency should be based on the amount of use,
ambient working conditions, operator training and skill, and established company standards. These inspections
should be performed in the following sequence:
Visual Inspection
1. Remove all lubrication and accumulated film by immersing the tool (handles partially closed) in a
suitable commercial degreaser that will not affect paint or plastic material.
2. Make certain all retaining pins are in place and secured with retaining rings. If replacements are
necessary, refer to Section 5, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.
3. Close the tool handles until the ratchet releases, then allow handles to open freely. If they do not open
quickly and fully, the spring is defective and must be replaced. See Section 5, REPLACEMENT AND
REPAIR.
CAUTION
DO NOT CONTINUE TO SQUEEZE THE TOOL HANDLES AFTER THE RATCHET RELEASES. Damage will occur to the
tool if the ratchet is forced against the stop pin.
Detail A
Detail B
Wire Barrel Not
Between Dies
Tab End Completely
Covered by Dies
13.84 [.545]
Max Tab
End Length
Foil Between
Faces of Tab End
